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How to Assess with Respect with Starr Sackstein

The CoolCatTeacher

In 2011, the Dow Jones News Fund honored Sackstein as a Special Recognition Adviser and 2012 Education Updated recognized her as an outstanding educator. Most recently, Sackstein was named one of ASCD’s Emerging leaders class of 2016, in addition to presenting a TedxTalk about throwing out grades.

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Reflective Learning as the New Normal

A Principal's Reflections

During a coaching visit I observed Zaina Hussein , a 4th-grade teacher at Wells Elementary , use this with her students (see image below). A great deal of research reviewed by Lew & Schmidt (2011) in their study suggests the positive impact of reflective writing on cognitive development. Simple reflective prompts can also be used.

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51Talk Unveils its Premium Brand “Hello World American Academy”

EdNews Daily

51Talk was established in 2011, and its official website was launched in November of that year, after receiving an angel investment from Xiaoping Xu, the co-founder of New Oriental. At present, in addition to Hello World American Academy, 51Talk also offers two other product lines for young learners: Classic English Junior and NCE.

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Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators

Waterford

4] Even though the technology is likely to change from their early school years to the time they start their first career, teaching digital literacy in elementary school is a great way to get students started. Lessons that involve digital citizenship can help a student use technology responsibly well beyond their elementary school years.

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2011 Edublog Award Nominations

EdTechSandyK

After watching the Edublog Awards process for a few years, and even voting in the final round before, I''ve decided it''s time for me to get involved at the grass-roots level by making some of my own nominations in 2011! Her resources are practical and classroom tested for teachers and technology specialists alike.

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Strategies for Becoming an Effective, Present Teacher

edWeb.net

About the Presenter. Cari Wilson is the elementary innovation and technology lead teacher for West Vancouver School District in British Columbia. Founded in 2011, FreshGrade was created by a dedicated team who saw a better way to show student achievement and progression. This broadcast was sponsored by FreshGrade.

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Pioneering Excellence for Better Computer Science Now

The CoolCatTeacher

In addition to being honored with regional, state, national and international recognition, he has presented at conferences worldwide. He has been an active member of the Microsoft Innovative Expert Educator program since 2011.

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